Tinuy-an Falls is touted to be the widest waterfalls in the country. Its critically acclaimed majestic and unique natural formation landed in some pages of international travel magazines.

What makes Tinuy-an Falls exceptional is that the 95-meter wide waterfall plunges 55 meters (180 feet) high from the top of the three tiered cascading waters that looks like a huge white theatrical curtain.

Enchanted River

Enchanted River, Hinatuan

Nothing else is as blue as its waters and as comforting as its serenity. Its waters are also filled with different kinds of marine life. The left side of the entrancing is quite deep. Perhaps this is why many say, it is where the mermaids are. Only the brave dare swim its depths. Many divers have tried to reach the bottom of the river but no one has ever been successful. The surrounding area of the river has been fully developed. Picnic tables and cottages are readily available for travelers to enjoy.

Enchanted River View, Hinatuan

Enchanted River is as mysterious as its name itself. Like the Wakulla Springs in Tallahassee, Florida (which I had visited a couple of years ago), no one knows where the water comes from.

One look at the river’s waters will make visitors understand why it was given this name, with its vivid blue waters. It is possible to swim in the Enchanted River. Even those who are not confident in their swimming skills can enjoy the waters, as there are stalls there that offer rental of life jackets and goggles.

Ocean View Park (OPTIONAL ONLY)

Ocean View Park, Bislig

When visiting Surigao del Sur, one must not miss to visit Ocean View Park. Ocean View Park is a restaurant located in Barangay Cumawas, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur. The restaurant is situated on a hilltop and gives you a wonderful view of the Chocolate Beach down below. The only challenge being located uphill is one would need to conquer the 270 steps of stairs to reach the restaurant. The view you would get up there in their viewing deck is priceless though.

DAY 2

Britania Group of Island Island Hopping starts at 7am and leave at 2pm

Half-day is enough to visit and enjoy all four islands. Remember, that you can control your time on these islands. Hagonoy – Naked – Boslon – Hiyor-Hiyoran is the usual route of the tour.

BRITANIA GROUP OF ISLANDS

Britania Group Islands San Agustin

San Agustin is blessed with 24 islands and islets scattered all over Lianga Bay, which faces the Pacific Ocean. The group of islands is called Britania.

The island is composed only of white sand and some rocks. It’s quite small and most tourists, especially local tourists, would only stay here for a short while to take pictures, especially at noon when the heat becomes unbearable

The adjacent Islets are mostly spherical in shape and some of them are partially surrounded with pristine white sands so pure and refined. Famous for its pristine water and very fine, almost powdery sands and the different hues and colors of sea water that changes from one island to another.

Hagonoy Island. A long stretch of island with a handful of coconut and talisay trees. Swimming here is ideal. The sand is fine and white and the waters are crystal clear

Hagonoy Island, Bislig

Naked Island, just beside Hagonoy. The island is basically a white sand bar with some rocks.

Naked Island, Bislig

Swimming here is also possible with its clear blue waters. You may swim on both sides of the island. It’s quite small and local tourists would only stop here to take photos. In our case though, we probably stayed here the longest and most of the time we were the only ones there. We didn’t mind the sun and heat. Waves come from both sides covering the island at every surge.